Technical Specification And Features:
Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is a classic bike having vintage styling and striking. It is an environmentally friendly bike with lower emissions and increased fuel economy. The bike has hand-painted pin stripes, a 5-speed transmission, 7” double leading shoe front brake and dual seat further distinguish this model. The fact that Royal Enfield produces just few hundred bikes every year adds to its status as a niche two-wheeler. As the makers themselves say, it is a machine to aspire for.
Looks and Styling
The bike is available with an option of wind shield complimenting the grand presence of Machismo 500. Hand-polished aluminum castings and hand-lined gas tank accentuate its style. The bike has striking, one-color appearance with hand-painted pinstripes. Machismo 500 is available in only two colors, black and Alberto green. The bike pulls itself like a locomotive, in a smooth and linear manner. With an engine of 500cc, it is among the biggest two-wheelers. A bullet fan could notice more changes in the engine department than anywhere else. And the difference those changes make are felt when one rides the motorcycle.
Control and Comfort
Gas filled shock absorbers ensure smooth riding experience. It has a spacious leather saddle bag with big 19-inch wheels which make driving the bike more comfortable. The bike has telescopic hydraulic absorbers front suspension while the rear suspension has pivoted fork with absorbers.
The grand bike Bullet 500 from Royal Enfield carries a big price tag starting from Rs.1.05 Lakhs.
Engine
Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is equipped with a single cylinder, 4-stroke, 500cc engine. It produces a peak power of 22 bhp @ 5500 rpm and a peak torque of 35.9 Nm @ 3000 rpm. It is an all aluminum air cooled engine teamed with constant vacuum carburetor. It has 280 mm front disc brake and fast-responsive 5 speed gear box.
| Engine | |
| Type | Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, OHV, SI Engine, Air Cooled |
| Displacement | 499 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 84 mm x 90 mm |
| Max. Power | 22 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 35.9 nm @ 3000 rpm |
| Transmission | 4 Speed |
| Ignition | CB point |
| Carburetor | Micarb VM 28 |
| Dimensions | |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm |
| Width | 750 mm |
| Wheel Base | 1370 mm |
| Length | 2120 mm |
| Height | 1080 mm |
| Tyres | |
| Front | 3.25 x 19 4/6 PR |
| Rear | 3.50 x 19 4/6 PR |
| Electricals | |
| System, Head Lamp | 12V, 35 / 35 W |
| Brakes | |
| Front | Drum Brake 280 mm |
| Rear | Drum 6" Dia. Single lead |
| Speed | |
| Max. Speed | 120 kmph |
| Suspension | |
| Front | Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping |
| Rear | Swing Arm with Adjustable and gas filled shock absorbers |
